Bus interface modules

LAN connection
An MTL8000 node uses a Bus
Interface Module (BIM) to communicate with the host controller
via a local area network (LAN).
Different BIMs can be chosen to
operate with a range of popular
fieldbus protocols. The BIM
mounts on a carrier and receives
all of its communication and
power links from it.
The BIM uses the RS485 communications standard. Other alternatives are RS422, by changing
switches (where available) on the
carrier, or RS232 by fitting an inline converter. Switch options
sometimes
offer
alternative
methods for terminating the LAN.
Some BIMs also have a second
LAN connection to maintain communications in the event of damage occurring to the main communications link. This technique
is illustrated (right) for a Modbus
host where a second master is
shown.

Internal Railbus connection

Heartbeat

The BIM communicates with the individual

I/O modules via Railbus - a proprietary,
MTL serial bus. I/O information from the
modules is gathered and stored in the BIM
for reporting to the host. Similarly, all host
commands are interpreted by the BIM and
the relevant messages relayed to the I/O
modules. In addition to the I/O data, status
and diagnostic data is relayed over the
same route, to monitor and maintain the
health of the I/O system.

The BIM is capable of detecting a failed

application on the host by using a heartbeat status signal. The application is
expected to supply a signal which toggles
between 0 and 1. The Master includes this
value with every message to indicate that
the application is still in control. This value is
echoed by the BIM back to the Master,
which must then send a new, opposite,
value from the application within a defined
period, otherwise the BIM adopts a failsafe
state.

Failsafe mode

Configuration

Under certain abnormal or fault conditions,

the BIM will adopt a state known as failsafe which, in turn, forces the I/O modules
into a similar failsafe state. (See I/O module
section). This condition ensures that outputs
are put into known states that have been
predefined by the user.

When power is first applied to a BIM, it has

no information about the system to which it
is connected and must therefore be
configured. This is achieved using
dedicated software (Part No. 8455-SW-CF)
that operates on a PC running Windows 95,
98 or NT.

Failsafe mode can be induced by a direct

instruction from the host or if the BIM
receives no communication from the host for
a predefined length of time.

After configuration, the user can store the

information in the BIMs non-volatile
memory (NVM). At future start-ups, the BIM
will recall the configuration data from the
NVM.

Failsafe recovery
The BIM is forced out of failsafe mode by
the Master but, before exiting the failsafe
state, the BIM will wait until all the I/O
modules have been polled, to enable output
values to be preconditioned by the Master
before the BIM leaves the failsafe state.

The configuring PC can be linked to the BIM

by one of three methods:
a) via an RS232 link to the sub-D connector
on the BIM or
b) via the secondary LAN - if available
c) via pass-through messaging over the
primary LAN, if available

RS232
configuration
port

RS485/RS232
115.2 kbaud max.

Modbus
master
Modbus Rev 'G'
RTU mode

MTL8000 node

HART management interface

An interface module is available,
to link HART devices with the
instrument management software. One 8512-IF-HA module is
required per BIM. One port connects to the BIM and the other
connects, via a daisy-chained
RS485 link, to the PC running the
software.

Modbus
master

LAN A

Redundant LAN
connections

MTL8000 node

57 kbaud max.

Modbus
master

LAN B

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Bus interface modules

Profibus protocol

8502-BI-DP

links MTL8000 node to Profibus-DP host LAN

supports up to 24 I/O modules
HART process & status variables over Profibus-DP
extended diagnostics for module and channel status
LAN speeds of up to 6 Mbaud
non-volatile memory for configuration
software configurable via local port or Profibus host
HART maintenance via Comms adaptor
The 8502-BI-DP Bus Interface Module (BIM) provides the communications link between the 8000 series I/O modules and a ProfibusDP host. Its high speed acquisition of data from the modules and
LAN operation speeds of up to 6 Mbaud allows the host to respond
rapidly to conditions in the control process.
The BIM gathers the data from the I/O modules and makes it available to the host upon request. It is a slave to the Profibus master.
As well as cyclic data exchange, which is required for reading input
and writing output data, the BIM supports Profibus Extended
Diagnostics for status information. It also supports a number of
special features which have been implemented to allow high
integrity system operation and in-situ maintenance.

enable host programmers to identify the data passed.

HART status and process variables can be communicated to the
Profibus-DP host in the cyclic input telegram.
I/O & HART data requires space in the DP data frame as shown in
the table below.

PARAMETERISATION
The 8502 supports parameterisation from the Profibus master. This
configures on a per module basis, i.e. all the channels on a single
module carry the same configuration. The configuration is created in
a Profibus configurator using details provided in a GSD file.
This method is fast and enables a configuration to be built based
upon logical modules which represent the physical modules.
Modules are added one at a time to the configuration and parameters are chosen to apply to all the channels of the module.
Logical modules can be selected to provide HART status and process
variables in the Profibus-DP cyclic input telegram. In addition, for
applications where access to many HART variables is required, the
HART mailbox can be used. This technique collects HART variable
as they are required; saving space in telegrams that are sometimes
overworked with data. This method is available only when using
parameterisation.
The configuration is passed down from the Profibus master to the
BIM at the start of the session. If the system is stopped and re-started, the configuration file is re-transmitted to the BIM.

CONFIGURATION
The alternative to parameterisation is the use of the 8455-SW-CF
configuration software. This enables the user to configure individual
channels and alarms and store the configuration in the BIM. The configuration can also be saved to the 8510-MO-NS Node Services
Module for instant recovery if a BIM has to be replaced.

Data type

Input words

Output Words

Analog data

1 per input
channel

1 per output
channel

Digital data

1 per input
module

1 per output
module

HART variable

2 per variable

Not applicable

HART status

1 per channel

Not applicable

STANDARD AND EXTENDED DIAGNOSTICS

The PROFIBUS BIM supports both Standard and Extended
Diagnostics. While the Standard Diagnostics provide standard
PROFIBUS status information, the Extended Diagnostics provide
detailed information relating to the status of the BIM, the health of
the modules and the status of I/O channels. Depending on the I/O
module type, events such as high and low alarm, open circuit and
line fault are detected. Extended Diagnostic messages are generated on detection of an anomaly and also when it is cleared. Use of
the diagnostic capability requires suitable support in the host application.
For hosts unable to use diagnostic data in the control algorithm, it is
possible to map the diagnostic data into the input dataframe.

HART DEVICE MAINTENANCE

Pass through messaging to HART devices is available via the local
configuration port and the 8512 HART Comms interface. This allows
multi-dropping of a number of BIMs on an RS485 link to a PC
running a wide range of instrument management software.

Configuration by this method uses a different GSD file to the one

used for parameterisation and the data frame is based on data
blocks rather than on a by module approach. The 8455 software
automatically provides a map of the data created in the telegram to

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Profibus protocol

8502-BI-DP

MODULE SPECIFICATION

LED INDICATORS

See also System Specification

Power (green)

LAN INTERFACE
LAN protocol................................PROFIBUS-DP (to EN50170)
Transmission rates ........9.6, 19.2, 93.75, 187.5, 500 kbaud
..............................................................and 1.5 and 6 Mbaud
Maximum bus segment length (metres) depends upon speed..........
Speed
(kbaud)

9.6

19.2

93.75

187.5

500

1500

6000

Max.

1200

1200

1200

1000

400

200

100

ON

Flashing

Power fail

Power OK

OFF

ON

Flashing

Normal

Failsafe or fault

OFF

ON

Flashing

Internal
Comms. Failure

Internal
Comms. OK

On power up

Fault (red)

Comm (yellow)

length

(Note: Table applies to cables with an impedance of 135 -165

OFF

LAN A (yellow)

and a capacitance per unit length that does not exceed 30 pF/m.)

OFF

ON

Flashing

Transmission standard..............................................RS 485

Isolation
(LAN to Railbus to Power Supply) ......................................500 V
Action on software malfunction .........modules go to failsafe

Power OFF

LAN activity

Slow flash = no LAN active

OFF

ON

Flashing

Not defined
(i.e. error)

Configurator
connected

Configurator
not connected

OFF

ON

Flashing

Railbus Fault

Railbus OK

Config, (yellow)

I/O & DIAGNOSTIC DATA

DP Data frame.................... Size configurable up to 244 bytes
Input data, including Status word (2 bytes) ....................
.........................................................................244 bytes max
Output data, including Control word (2 bytes) ...............
.........................................................................244 bytes max
Total Input plus Output data ........................296 bytes max
Diagnostic telegram ...............................................78 bytes

Railbus (yellow)

CONFIGURATION
The BIM can be configured using MTLs 8455-SW-CF software running on a PC, by parameterisation from a Profibus configurator or
by transfer of a configuration from the 8510-NS-MO Node Services
Module. The 8510 also has an autoconfiguration option.
Address setting .................................Software settable in BIM,
...................................by Profibus Set Slave Address command
..............................or by switch setting on 8510-NS--MO module

POWER SUPPLIES
Railbus (12V) current .....................................420 mA ( typ.)
...........................................................520 mA ( max.@ -40 C)

MECHANICAL
Module width .............................................................63 mm
Weight (approx.).........................................................350 g

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Bus interface modules

Modbus protocol

8505-BI-MB

links MTL8000 node to Modbus host LAN

LAN speeds of up to 115.2 kbaud
supports up to 32 I/O modules
HART process and status variables via Modbus
module status & channel status flags
automatic scan optimisation
configuration data held in non-volatile memory
software configurable via local port or LAN B
HART maintenance via comms adaptor
MODBUS SOFTWARE
The implementation of the Modbus protocol in the MTL8000 Series
is according to Revision G of the Modicon Specification. Only RTU
mode is supported.
Communication speeds of up to 115k baud are possible with single
LAN systems, 57k baud with twin connections. The LAN node
address is set by configuration.
The BIM supports the Modbus function codes that are required to
read and write input, output and status data, and also supports a
number of special features which have been implemented to allow
high integrity system operation and in-situ maintenance.

DUAL LAN OPERATION

While LAN-A is the primary port for host communications, a second
host may be connected to LAN-B as either an active or a passive
standby in a redundant configuration. This is intended to provide
fault tolerance against failure of either the primary host or its
associated LAN connection.
Active Standby mode is intended for use with a simple pair of
duplicated hosts.* Passive Standby mode is for a redundant host
pair where Host B is capable of detecting the failure of Host A or
LAN-A and taking action to assume active control.
A further mode of operation Dual Comms allows two hosts
simultaneous read/write privileges. This is appropriate for manual
control via duplicate HMI/SCADA workstations.
LAN-B may also be used for remote configuration and
maintenance of both an MTL8000 sub-system and intelligent (HART)
field devices connected to the I/O modules.

DIAGNOSTIC AND STATUS INFORMATION

The BIM provides detailed information relating to the status of the
BIM, the health of I/O modules and the status of I/O channels.
Depending on the I/O module type, information such as high and
low alarm, open circuit and line fault is reported.

AUTOMATIC SCAN OPTIMISATION

The gathering of input data from the I/O modules and the issuing of
output data to them is not determined by a fixed scan rate. A scan
optimisation algorithm is used to gather and distribute data virtually
as soon as it becomes available. A maximum scan period can be
set for each module to ensure that the data is collected within this
defined time period.

PACKED DATA MAPPING

The dynamic data that is exchanged with the host application is
mapped to consecutive memory locations. This eliminates the need
for piecemeal read and write commands to separate data locations.
A single Modbus read instruction will gather all of the current data
from the BIM, resulting in a rapid interchange of information
between the node and the host. Writes to the BIMs database can
similarly be made with a single command.

HART DEVICE MAINTENANCE

Pass through messaging to HART devices is available via the local
configuration port and the 8512 HART Comms interface. This allows
multi-dropping of a number of BIMs on an RS485 link to a PC
running AMS, CornerstoneTM and other instrument management software.

BUILT-IN NON VOLATILE MEMORY

The BIM contains a section of non volatile memory (NVM) in which
the configuration is stored. At switch on, the configuration is copied
from NVM into working memory and the BIM can then initialise itself
together with the I/O modules.

NODE SERVICES MODULE OPTION

The BIM also supports the use of the 8510-MO-NS - Node Services
Module - which can store a BIMs configuration. This enables the
BIM to be swapped with another and, at switch on, the configuration from the NSM will be uploaded to the BIM and will overwrite
its previous contents.
In addition, the NSM will monitor the dc supplies that power the
node. If any power supply fail signal becomes active, the BIM
receives a fault signal; a particularly important feature for systems
having redundant power supplies. The failed PSU can then be identified quickly and replaced, restoring fault tolerant operation.

AUTOCONFIGURATION
The BIM has an autoconfiguration mode that can be triggered by a
software command or by switches on the Node Services Module.
This causes the BIM to delete its current configuration and reset the
modules to their default values. The BIM then scans the Railbus and
creates a new configuration file based upon the module types fitted
and using their default values, which is then saved to NVM.

*In this mode of operation, writes to outputs are inhibited on the secondary
LAN during normal operation but enabled if the BIM detects failure of the
primary LAN.

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Bus interface modules

Modbus protocol

8505-BI-MB

MODULE SPECIFICATION

POWER SUPPLIES

LAN INTERFACE

Railbus (12V) current ....................................260 mA ( typ.)

.........................................................................300 mA (max.)

Transmission protocol .............................Modbus (RTU mode)

Transmission rates ...................................1.2 - 115.2 kbits/s
By mode
Single LAN mode .........................................115.2 kbit/s (max.)
Passive standby mode ...................................115.2 kbit/s (max.)
Active standby mode.......................................19.2 kbit/s (max.)
Dual comms. mode .........................................19.2 kbit/s (max.)
Remote config mode .......................................19.2 kbit/s (max.)
Transmission standard ................................RS485 or RS422
Bus Insulation..............................................................500 V
Action on software malfunction ........................................
...............................................................Halt CPU / Reset CPU

MECHANICAL
Module width .............................................................63 mm
Weight (approx.).........................................................320 g

See System Specification for other parameters.

MODBUS FUNCTIONS SUPPORTED

Read Coil Status (Function 01)
Reads a range of single-bit flags that show the status of Discrete
Output channels. This allows the host to confirm the states to which
the BIM has set the Discrete Outputs.
Read Input Status (Function 02)

CONFIGURATION
The BIM can be configured either by using MTLs 8455-SW-CF software running on a PC or by transfer of a configuration from the
8510-NS-MO Node Services Module. An autoconfiguration option
is also provided.
Address setting ..............................software settable in BIM or
.........switch settable using 8510-NS--MO Node Services Module.

Reads a range of single-bit flags that show the status of Discrete

Input channels. This allows the host to monitor the latest reported
state of the Discrete Inputs.
Read Holding Registers (Function 03)
Reads a range of 16-bit registers that contain the status of Analog
Outputs. This allows the host to confirm the states to which the BIM
has set the Analog Outputs.
Read Input Registers (Function 04)

RESPONSE TIMES
Modbus message response time ..............................< 4 ms

Reads a range of 16-bit registers that contain the status of Analog

Input channels. This allows the host to monitor the
latest reported state of the Analog Inputs.

LED INDICATORS

Force Single Coil (Function 05)

Requests the BIM to force a specified coil to a 1 or a 0. This could
be used, for example, to switch a DO channel or make it pulse.

Power (green)
ON

OFF

Flashing

Power fail

Power OK

Not defined

Fault (red)

Preset Single Register (Function 06)

Writes a 16-bit value to a specified BIM register - either to set an
Analog Output or. to preset a DI counter.
Return Diagnostic Register (Function 08)

ON

OFF

Flashing

Normal

Failsafe or fault

Configuration required

LAN A & LAN B (yellow)

Requests that the slave reads the contents of its diagnostic register
and returns the binary data values to the master, according to the
specified sub-function code; i.e. Return Query Data (00) or Return
Diagnostic Register (02)
Force Multiple Coils (Function 15)

ON

OFF

Flashing

LAN
disconnected

Comms. OK

No comms.
or fault

Config. (yellow)
ON

OFF

Flashing

Configurator
not connected

Configurator connected
to local port

Configuring via LAN

ON

OFF

Flashing

Railbus fault

Railbus OK

Requests the BIM to force a specified range of coils to a 1 or a 0.

This could be used, for example, to switch DO channels or make
them pulse.
Preset Multiple Registers (Function 16)
Writes a 16-bit value to a specified range of BIM registers - for
example to set Analog Outputs.
Report Slave ID (Function 17)
The Report Slave ID function permits the user to obtain
information on the slave type and RUN status.

Railbus (yellow)

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Bus Interface Modules

Configuration Software

8 4 5 5 - S W- C F

Windows Explorer - style interface

used to configure Bus Interface Modules
local or remote configuration via LAN
dynamic viewing of real-time data
single project file for mulitple nodes
The 8455 software is one of the methods for configuring Bus
Interface Modules (BIMs) in an MTL Process I/O node. It runs on
a PC, under the familiar WindowsTM operating system. The PC can
be linked to the BIM using either a local cable link or via a secondary LAN connection, where available.
The BIM is the interface between the I/O modules and the host
controller, and must be configured to permit correct operation. The
BIM needs to be told the identity of each I/O module fitted and values of relevent parameters. Parameters must also be defined for LAN
communication with the host controller.

PROJECT FILE
The configuration information is contained in a project file. A project file can be created for a single BIM or for multiple BIMs, e.g. on
a network, each of which can accommodate up to 32 I/O modules.
The configuration information may then be downloaded to the individual BIMs on the network.

OPEN DATABASE STRUCTURE

The Configurator contains a Microsoft Access open structure database in which the configuration data is held.

SIMPLE TABBED PAGES

USER INTERFACE
The main screen of the Configurator has a conventional Windows
Menu and Toolbar display at the top. The main body of the screen
is then split to show a navigation tree for the network on the lefthand side and the BIM/module parameters on the right.

The right hand side of the screen contains information on any item
that is highlighted in the navigation tree to the left. With the network
icon selected, three tabbed pages of information are available (see
Fig 1).

MODULE ATTRIBUTES & PARAMETERS

The software can display the hardware and software revision levels
of the both the BIM and the I/O modules. Each module has its own
set of parameters and these appear with default values when the
module is first added to the system. These can then be edited individually to specify the required system.

DYNAMIC DATA
Real-time data is available on-screen if the configuration link (serial
or LAN) is in place. The viewable data includes primary variables
as well as status parameters. This can be refreshed continually or
when the operator requires a screen refresh. When in continuous
refresh mode, the time between module data reads can also be
viewed. Alternatively, the Configurator can be operated offline for
simple project file creation.

UPLOAD BIM DATA

Configuration data already contained in a BIM can be uploaded to
the Configurator. This can be saved as a PC file and copied to other
BIMs. PC files that were created for earlier reversions of the BIM
firmware can also be opened and edited for use with the latest versions of the BIM.

Fig 1 - Configuration file details

These pages define and describe the network protocol, the BIMs that
are attached to the network and the details of the project contained
in the overall configuration file.

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Bus Interface Modules

Configuration Software
Selection of the BIM icon in the navigation area reveals five pages
of information and settings (see Fig 2) for the BIM. These pages provide information that relate to the selected BIM and its specific network settings and the I/O modules attached to it.

8 4 5 5 - S W- C F
PC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Intel Pentium processor (recommended)
Microsoft WindowsTM 95, 98, 2000 or NT4 operating system
RAM capacity as appropriate for operating system
At least one available serial port (COM1,2,3 or 4)
1 Mb hard disk space + space for user created configuration files

BIM COMMUNICATION PORT SETTINGS

Speeds ....................................................1,200 38,400 baud
Parity...........................................................Odd, Even or None
Data bits ................................................................................8
Stop bits ................................................................................1
Protocol ..............................................................................SLIP

ASSOCIATED LITERATURE
INM8455 .............Instruction manual, BIM Configuration Software

TO ORDER

Fig 2 - BIM attributes

Finally, clicking on an I/O module provides a further set of five
pages of module information and settings (Fig 3). These pages contain details of the software and hardware revision levels of the chosen module, the condition of its various status flags, the user definable variables and, if connected live, the current value of each
variable.

Configurator with RS232 cable ...............................8455-SW-CF

Configurator without RS232 cable ...........................8456-SW-CF
RS232 cable ..........................................................8460-CA-CF

(The software and any release notes are supplied on a CD ROM.)

IMPORTANT NOTE:
This software is designed for use with the latest 8505-BI-MB BIM that
has version 2.x firmware. It is NOT compatible with version 1 BIMs.
However, .csv or .ssf files created for use in version 1 BIMs can be
imported to create configuration files for version 2 BIMs.

WindowsTM is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation

Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation

Fig 3 - I/O module dynamic data

All of these pages are provided automatically when a module is
added.

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Bus Interface Modules

Node Services Module

8510-MO-NS

stores node configuration

Safe area
or Zone 2/Div 2 hazardous area

retains configuration on BIM swap

used to define LAN address of node

2/

used to transfer configurations between nodes

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Address
Switches

manages redundant PSU failure

Voltage
Regulator

MODULE SPECIFICATION
See also System Specification

Memory

INPUTS
8910 PSU signal inputs .....................................................2
8913/4 PSU external power fail signal inputs ..............8
Incoming power fail signal levels
PSU OK .........................................................< 0.5 V @ 10 mA
PSU failed ................................................< 100 A @ 12 V DC
Input voltage .............................................. 15 V DC (max.)

2/2 power supply

fail signals

BIM control
signals

LED INDICATORS

CONFIGURATION MEMORY
Memory type ...............................serial EEPROM, non-volatile
Data retention period ..........................................> 40 years
Write cycles ..........................................................> 100,000
Configuration read or write time .......................7.5 s (typ.)
..............................................................................15 s (max.)

Power, Fault, Comms, 2/2 fail, 2/1 fail

POWER SUPPLIES
Railbus (12V) current
...........................................................................30 mA (max.)

MECHANICAL
CONFIGURATION SWITCHES ( See Fig. A and Table 1)
Write protect (Sw 1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DIL, on/off
Auto configure (Sw 2 & 3) . . . . . . . . . . . . DIL (x2), on/off
2/2 only system (Sw 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .DIL, on/off

Weight................................................................100 g (nom.)
Mounting .............compatible with 8711, 8712 & 8718 carriers

DIMENSIONS (mm)

ADDRESS SWITCHES ( Fig. B)

LAN A address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .rotary (x3), 09
LAN B offset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .rotary (x1), 09

Figure B
Address
switches

Figure A
Configuration
switches

1
2
3
4

ON

89

x1
LAN B
offset

x1

x10

x100

LAN A address

Table 1
Auto config.
setting

THC mode

Switch 2

Type K

3-wire Pt100

Switch 3

Type J

4-wire Pt100

Switch 2 & 3

mV

3-wire resistance

RTD mode

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Bus Interface Modules

HART interface module

8512-IF-HA

supports up to 256 HART devices per node

Safe area
RS232/RS485
Converter

supports AMS software

Workstation PC
Running AMS software
(Asset Management Solutions)

simplifies maintenance of HART field devices

mountable in Zone 2 or Div 2 hazardous areas

Safe area or Zone 2/Div 2 hazardous area

only one required per MTL8000 node

MTL8000
node 2

MTL8000
node 1

MODULE SPECIFICATION

8512

8512

See also System Specification

31 nodes max.

HOST INTERFACE
Electrical specification ................................................RS485
Physical medium ...........................................2-wire multidrop
Number of nodes per workstation ......................31 (max.)
Unit addresses (software configurable) ..........................1 31
Baud rate (s/ware configurable)..1.2, 9.6, 19.2 and 38.4 baud
Instrument management software supported

AMS

Circuit and wiring diagram

D9

Rx

RS232
To
MTL8000
Configuration
Port

(contact MTL for further options)

Tx
GND

2
Supply

11

Connection to BIM ..................................via Configurator port

HART devices per mode ......................................256 (max.)

MTL
8000
Interface

20-35 V DC

10

MTL8000 INTERFACE

Microprocessor
section

5
6

12
Host
interface

Data (+)
Data ()

RS485
To
PC workstation

GND

HAZARDOUS AREA APPROVALS

Dimensions and mounting (mm)

To MTL8000
Configurator port

ISOLATION
Port to port and psu ...............250 V ac rms (to EN 61010-1)
...........................................(tested at 2.3 kV ac rms for 1 min.)

79

Terminals
1,2,3,4,5,

84.5

LED INDICATORS

90.5

Terminals
7,8,9,10,11,12

85.5

Location of 8512-IF-HA......................................Safe area or

.........Class I, Div 2, Groups A, B, C, D T4 Hazardous location or
.............................................Zone 2, IIC T4 Hazardous location

Lever out with

screwdriver to
release module

LEDs for status indication of HOST and MTL8000 port

ELECTRICAL
Power supply voltage (Vs) ..............................20 35 V dc
Current required
at 20 V ..............................................................135 mA (max.)
at 24 V ..............................................................115 mA (max.)
at 35 V ................................................................75 mA (max.)
Connections.....................................................screw terminals
Conductor cross-section ................................2.5 mm2 (max.)

15

40

T-section rail (DIN 46277)

G-section rail (DIN 46277)

MECHANICAL
Mounting .........................directly on to T- or G- section DIN rail
Casing.....................................................................polyamide
Module width .............................................................40 mm
Weight (approx.) ...........................................................100 g

EUROPE (EMEA)
Tel: +44 (0)1582 723633
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AMERICAS
Tel: +1 603 926 0090
Fax: +1 603 926 1899
ASIA PACIFIC
Tel: +65 487 7887
Fax: +65 487 7997
E-mail: enquiry@mtl-inst.com
Web site: www.mtl-inst.com

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